KUCHING: The vision of turning Serian into a “mini New Zealand” cannot be achieved by the Serian District Council (SDC) alone. SDC chairman Datuk Peter Minos stressed the need for coordinated efforts between tourism and agriculture authorities. He said while SDC is ready to play its role in boosting tourism,
KUCHING: A long-awaited RM7-million alternative pipeline project aimed at addressing chronic low water pressure and frequent supply disruptions in the Jagoi area is now expected to be completed by August this year. The project, implemented by the Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB), involves the installation of a 355mm pipeline stretching
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak’s (GPS) message of stability, development and unity still strongly resonates in Sarawak, but economic pressures could test support in the coming election. Political analyst, Datuk Professor Dr Lee Kuok Tiung, said GPS has successfully built a political identity that resonates deeply with Sarawakians, particularly in an
KUCHING: A branch of the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) will be set up in Teng Bukap to cater to students from Serian, Penrissen and Padawan. Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, said the new centre would make it easier for youths
KUCHING: Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), once a formidable political force in Puncak Borneo, appears to be facing a steady decline, with recent developments suggesting that the party may be losing its foothold in the area. The party rose to prominence after securing the Puncak Borneo parliamentary seat during the 14th
KUCHING: The simmering dispute over Sarawak’s oil and gas rights may become one of the most potent political undercurrents in the coming state election. Political analyst Datuk Peter Minos said the issue could sharpen Sarawakian sentiment and further reinforce support for local-based leadership. He said relations between the federal government
KUCHING: A comprehensive long-term plan is being developed to address persistent flooding in the Tarat state constituency, as authorities continue to study the root causes and potential solutions. Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the flooding issue in his constituency, including
KUCHING: A fishing pond in Kampung Paya Mebi is set to be upgraded into a small fishing resort under the Sarawak Government’s community development initiative, Projek Rakyat. Batu Kitang assemblyman, Datuk Lo Khere Chiang, said the project had received an allocation of RM7 million from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri
KUCHING: A multi-cornered fight is shaping up once again in Tarat ahead of the coming Sarawak election, with growing signs that several opposition parties are preparing to test the waters against Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS). Local talk on the ground suggests that opposition movements have started to become noticeable, even though
KUCHING: Former minister Datuk Zaid Ibrahim’s recent remarks on the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) have set off yet another round of protests. Practising lawyer Wejok Tomik argued that any rewriting of the MA63 will not equate to reform but more to avoid the issues at hand. In this sense he
